Serge Francois. “Calling the Tree Spirit”. The community gathers around the tree, which is honored for its age and endurance. Young boys climb to the top of the tree, candles are lit on its branches, and the spirit is called through tin trumpets, bamboo flutes, and the songs of the chorus, hoping to entice the spirit to join them in the ceremony. Serge uses his skill of detail to portray a celebratory community. event. Serge Francois is an Artibonite painter who uses rich detail in his pieces.